Reynolds chief drops suit over California anti smoking ad
R J Reynolds chairman James W Johnston withdraws a defamation threat over a California anti smoking TV ad he says implied he lied to Congress about nicotine addiction. Three California stations pulled the ad after a health department action.
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Billions spent on disabled with no limits
Washington AP report shows the federal government paid 4.5 billion dollars last year to 770000 children with disabilities through SSI. Investigators say no requirements ensure funds help children become productive adults. Critics urge reforms, citing potential coaching and lack of outcome measures.
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Fund steps up anti gun campaign against youth violence
Children’s Defense Fund expands anti gun push with public service ad backed by Marian Wright Edelman noting 50 000 children have died from gunfire in 15 years. ABC CBS and NBC to air the campaign as CDC reports rising homicides among teens and young adults amid gang recruitment and gun use. Dr David Satcher cites shift from fistfights to gunfire as a driving factor.
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Toy gun sales to end at major retailers after shooting
Following a fatal New York City incident where police killed a teen with a toy gun, Toys R Us announced ending toy gun sales. Bradlees and KayBee Toys also plan reductions or discontinuations of toy guns. The shootings involved a 13 year old in a housing project stairwell and a 16 year old pursued after officers mistook a belt gun for real.
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